Sirdalud 2 mg Tablet

Sirdalud 2 mg Tablet – Tizanidine 2 mg by Novartis

Sirdalud 2 mg from Novartis India contains Tizanidine Hydrochloride IP 2.288 mg, equivalent to 2.0 mg of tizanidine base, in an uncoated tablet. Tizanidine treats muscle spasticity, and it does so from the nervous system rather than the muscle. It is an alpha-2 agonist acting in the spinal cord, damping the reflex signals that keep a muscle locked in contraction after a stroke, spinal injury or in multiple sclerosis. Because it works centrally and briefly, it is often used to cover the times of day when spasm is worst rather than taken around the clock. Sirdalud is the original Novartis brand. Strip of 6 tablets. Schedule H prescription medicine.

Key Features

• Tizanidine 2 mg (as 2.288 mg tizanidine hydrochloride IP) uncoated tablet
• Central alpha-2 agonist – calms spasticity at the spinal cord
• Short-acting, so it can be timed to the worst part of the day
• The original brand from Novartis India Ltd.
• Strip of 6 tablets

Composition

• Tizanidine Hydrochloride IP – 2.288 mg, equivalent to Tizanidine base 2.0 mg
• Per uncoated tablet

Composition as printed on the pack. Refer to the package insert for the complete list of excipients.

Uses & Benefits

• Relieves painful muscle spasm and spasticity
• Used in multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury and after stroke
• Also prescribed for acute painful muscle spasm of the back and neck
• Short-acting, so doses can be timed to when spasm is worst
• Improves the ability to move and take part in physiotherapy
• Original Novartis formulation

Directions for Use

• Take exactly as prescribed – the dose is started low and increased gradually
• Swallow the tablet with water; take it consistently with or without food, as food changes absorption
• Time the dose to when spasm troubles you most, as your doctor advises – often at night
• Do not stop suddenly after regular use – blood pressure can rebound and the heart race. Taper under medical advice
• Avoid alcohol, which sharply increases the drowsiness

Precautions

• Drowsiness, dry mouth and low blood pressure are the common effects. Do not drive until you know how it affects you
• Tizanidine can affect the liver. Your doctor may check liver enzymes; report yellowing of the eyes, dark urine, persistent nausea or unusual tiredness
• Do not take with ciprofloxacin or fluvoxamine – they block its breakdown and can cause a dangerous drop in blood pressure
• Take care rising from a seat or bed, particularly in the first days
• Tell your doctor about liver or kidney disease, heart problems, or any blood pressure medicine you take
• Avoid alcohol and other sedating medicines

Storage

• Store at a temperature not exceeding 25°C, protected from light and moisture, as printed on the pack
• Keep tablets in the original blister until use
• Keep out of reach of children

Disclaimer

Schedule H prescription drug – to be sold by retail on the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner only. This information is for general awareness and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.